When the darkness hits and you think there’s no way out? That is a lie.

That heavy, isolating feeling is L-Y-I-N-G to you. You don't have to carry it alone. Not for one more minute.

Your strongest move right now is simple: just reach out. Your power is in that one call.

Forget the next year. Forget the rest of the week.

Your only job is to make it through the next 5 minutes. That's it.

Someone trained and kind is waiting. They don't judge. They just help you breathe and hold the space.

24/7 Crisis Help (Free & Now):

These numbers work instantly. Use them.

National Crisis: Call or text 9-8-8

BC Suicide Prevention: Call 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433)

BC Mental Health Support: Call 310-6789 (Toll-free, no area code)

Pick one number. Dial it. Hit SEND. It is your right to get help. Do it for the person you will be tomorrow.

You deserve life. You deserve light.

#MentalHealth #CrisisSupport #988

If you want to call me out for my failure to engage in all appropriate customs and unwritten mores of the Fediverse, please wait until I am no longer at risk of death or serious disability?

If you don't, I'm going to assume you're a selfish asshole who enjoys lording power over people and virtue signaling.

Because seriously. I have a lot of problems already. I'm begging for help to resolve them.

And you want me to address more?!

No, thank you. 😿😾

When I was well enough to help others. I never would have considered putting my shit on a homeless person or someone struggling to feed themselves. WTF.

Anyway. They're blocked now. And I'm sad. And angry. And I have so much to do still before Monday. 😭

#MentalHealth #MutualAid #Fediverse #Community #CrisisSupport #Ableism #InternalizedAbleism #VirtueSignaling #ActuallyAutistic #AuDHD

Parenting takes grit and a village. Nevada County has both. From Healthy Babies home visits to 24/7 crisis support, here’s a roundup of real resources + data for caregiver resilience—because strong families make strong towns.

#NevadaCounty #kids #children #Caregiver #HealthyBabies #PublicHealth #BehavioralHealth #CrisisSupport #GoldCountry #Parenting #MentalHealthMatters

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/10/20/caregiver-resilience-in-nevada-county-and-how-we-actually-practice-it/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟬 — 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘆 (𝗪𝗦𝗣𝗗)

Today, we join the global call to change the narrative on suicide. Suicide is preventable. Every conversation matters. Speak with kindness. Listen without judgement. If someone seems withdrawn, ask directly, stay with them, and help them find professional support. If you’re struggling, reach out — you are not alone.

𝗜𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽:
If you are in immediate danger, call your local emergency number now.
Talk to a trusted person, a healthcare professional, or visit your nearest pharmacy for information on local resources. #SCABPharmacy staff are ready to help with information and referral.

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽:
Ask, listen, and take action — asking about suicide won’t plant the idea, it can save a life.
Learn the warning signs: severe mood changes, withdrawal, hopelessness, talking about death or feeling like a burden.
Remove access to means when someone is at risk.
Encourage professional care and follow-up support.
Share reliable information to reduce stigma and support someone seeking help.

𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲:
Use language that reduces stigma: say “died by suicide” rather than sensational phrases.
Promote open, compassionate conversations about mental health.
Support policies that improve access to mental health care and crisis services.

#WorldSuicidePreventionDay #WSPD2025 #ChangingTheNarrative #YouAreNotAlone #TalkListenSupport #MentalHealthMatters #SuicidePrevention #EndTheStigma #AskListenAct #CrisisSupport #MeansSafety

For all my friends in Birmingham and Solihull:

There's a new text-based mental health service for Brum & solihull. Text the word Space to 85258 - you'll get 4 automated messages and then put through to a mental health support advisor.

It's free, anonymous and doesn't show on bills.

#MH #CrisisSupport #Helpline #Free #SMS

Urgent referrals of children in mental health crisis in England rise 13% in year: Charity says NHS failure to help more young people sooner is a ‘shocking betrayal’

The number of children referred to emergency mental healthcare in England has risen by 10% in a year, with lengthy waiting lists for regular NHS care pushing more to crisis point.

There were 34,793 emergency, very urgent or urgent referrals to… https://www.theguardian.com/society/2025/jan/02/urgent-referrals-of-children-in-mental-health-crisis-in-england-rise?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #MentalHealth #ChildHealth #NHS #YouthWellbeing #CrisisSupport

[crisis support] Supporting grieving loved one on holidays & special occasions: Practical tips f. clinical psychologist
https://theconversation.com/supporting-a-grieving-loved-one-on-holidays-and-special-occasions-practical-tips-from-a-clinical-psychologist-244707
https://theconversation.com/profiles/j-kim-penberthy-1293418
https://med.virginia.edu/perceptual-studies/dops-staff/kim-penberthy
https://uvahealth.com/findadoctor/Jennifer-Penberthy-1811066459

* holidays esp. difficult time for those grieving a loss

>> CRISIS SUPPORT <<
https://mastodon.social/@persagen/113443996020715749
Call/text 9-8-8

Starting conversations re: suicidal ideation
https://mastodon.social/@persagen/113006187415099231

#holidays #MentalHealth #suicide #depression #stress #anxiety
#helpline #CrisisSupport #988

https://youtu.be/Kojt7U9lAsU

Truck Driver in Crisis? Top Counselor Shares Lifesaving Techniques!

#trucker #trucking #cdl  #TruckDriverMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #TruckerSupport #DepressionHelp #TruckingCommunity #CrisisSupport #TruckerWellness #OvercomingDepression